2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz R and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | R | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2479 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
